Nikon D3 User Manual page 451

1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded.
2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer. Drops if
[Optimal quality] is selected for [JPEG compression], ISO sensitivity is set to P
or higher, [High ISO NR] is on when auto ISO sensitivity control is on or ISO
sensitivity is set to 2000 or higher, or long exposure noise reduction, active
D-Lighting or image authentication is on.
3 Figures assume [JPEG compression] is set to [Size priority]. Selecting [Optimal
quality] increases the file size of JPEG images; number of images and buffer
capacity drop accordingly.
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d3—Max. Continuous Release (pg. 320)
The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst
can be set to any amount between 1 and 130.
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